Grand Opening of LIME in Downtown Dadeland

Quick to thought, my first impression of Lime Fresh Mexican Grill was here comes another chain of Tex-Mex. As if Miami and the rest of the U.S. didn't already have a glorious rendition of Mexican cuisine. From Taco Rico and Tex Rex to Baja Fresh it was easy to envision the traditional menu of salsa and chips, quesadillas, burritos and tacos with refried beans, low grade meat and sour cream slapped onto a plate or wrapped in wax paper.

When they opened their first restaurant in South Beach a few years ago my friends went quick to grab tacos and naturally they ranted and raved of this new spot. "The food is fresh and pretty good," was the report but all I could think was ok, sure it's new. I eventually found myself walking in to see what the buzz was about and as I expected nothing too far off from what I imagined the menu to be but they were right, the food is fresh and pretty good. 

With something similar to a traditional kitchen setup, the cooking is done right in front of you. I came to learn that the local spot runs off it's own community. Unlike a lot of other restaurants and chains, Lime's produce is delivered daily from local markets. There isn't left over guacamole or jarred salsa; everything is made fresh daily. This still wasn't enough for me to set them apart from the others. I needed something different and there it was...all to their own right, over 50 variations of hot sauces. From mild, sweet and tangy to a tropical chipotle fire. Did I mention, I love my condiments?! Yes, lots of sauces please!

My experiences with Lime since then have been exceptional and usually a spot I opt for when craving some non-traditional Mexican grub. Needless to explain my excitement when invited to attend Lime's Grand Opening in Downtown Dadeland. Finally some decent Tex-Mex in my newly claimed neck of the woods. 

The grand opening was quite the bash with nearly two (2) blocks full of attendees sampling their dishes, sipping on beer and their house margaritas. Seating was set up outside in between the blocks so guests can eat and enjoy the live band. Between sets, random guests would be serendaded by the hired mariachi band. 

All-in-all, it was a wonderful kick-off for their new venue and I could only wish them lots of success!

Lime in Downtown Dadeland is located at 9005 SW 72nd Place,  Miami, FL 33156.

Mi-Kan Sushi Platter (Mahi, Salmon & White Fish)

One of my favorite places for a quick bite to eat on a work day. Mi-Kan Japanese Restaurant is a rather quaint location, often missed by passer-bys and tourists. It's most known by regular office tenants and locals in the Brickell Financial District. This a no-fuss, seat yourself or sit at the sushi bar venue where you can easily find yourself talking to the chef as you watch him cut your filet and wrap it with rice and seaweed. While there's really not much to the decor, the lunch hour is packed with power suits and the occasional local reading the daily paper. 

The food is fresh and made fast. You can have your miso soup, house salad with ginger dressing and choice of roll, sushi platter or bento box and be out on your way out the door in 30 minutes. How great is that? Oh, and did I mention the price per value is up to par too? Their most expensive dish barely grazes over $15.

If you're ever in the area, pressed for time and want some good sushi, make sure you check them out.

Mi-Kan Japanese Restaurant : 80 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33131

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